Open Government, Social Security, OIG And You

More than benefit information, a lot of Social Security material is there including research, budget and finance information, and actuarial data. You can also view public service announcements, order publications and watch webinars.

Today, I am highlighting the Open Government News section. Topics posted there during a month have a short introduction with links for more information.

While this straightforward name might not set off fireworks, the report includes the organization’s most significant audit, investigative, and legal accomplishments, providing a glimpse of agency activity not often seen by the public.

Many specific examples of Social Security and Supplemental Security Income fraud investigations are included.

“In the second half of FY2012, we are reporting over $248 million in monetary accomplishments, including over $50 million in SSA recoveries, restitution, fines, settlements, and judgments; and over $197 million in projected savings from investigations resulting in the suspension or termination of benefits. In addition, we participated in multi-agency investigations that resulted in over $30 million in savings, restitution, and recoveries for other agencies.”

Through very important, SSA Office of the Inspector General (OIG) activity is not usually seen by the public. This report is worth a few minutes of your time.